Phillies manager Gabe Kapler has talked to both Williams and Franco. He wants those guys to be focused in Clearwater regardless of what may, or may not happen. Kapler believes competition breeds success.

Millville native Mike Trout weighed in on Monday about possibly signing with the Phillies in the future.

"I don't think I went a day this offseason without someone asking, 'Hey when are you coming to Philly?' I can't predict the future. The fans are passionate about their sport."